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quiet street

[ˈkwaɪət strit]
nounpl: quiet streets
rua tranquila
1. A street with little traffic, noise, or activity; a peaceful residential street
We decided to walk through the quiet streets of the old neighborhood.
Decidimos caminhar pelas ruas tranquilas do bairro antigo.
2. A street where few people or vehicles pass, often found in residential areas
The café was located on a quiet street away from the main boulevard.
O café ficava em uma rua tranquila, afastada da avenida principal.
Synonyms
peaceful streetserene streetcalm streetside streetresidential street
Antonyms
busy streetnoisy streetcrowded streetmain streethigh-traffic street

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rua tranquila
Most common term used in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
rua calma
Alternative form, equally used
São Paulo
rua tranquila
Preferred term in São Paulo
Portugal
rua tranquila
Standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

on a quiet street
a street away from the hustle and bustle
a peaceful corner of the city
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